Can the US afford to cut Canada off? 75% aluminium and $100b energy tell the story
The US aluminium industry’s dependence on Canada extends far beyond primary aluminium imports. While Canada supplies around 75 per cent of US imported primary aluminium, covering roughly 60 per cent of the country’s annual aluminium usage, it is also a major supplier of crude oil, natural gas and...
Aluminium scrap gets a new life as Voya Energy unveils 2 MW power system
Voya Energy has unveiled an aluminium-based power system that converts low-grade aluminium scrap into electricity through a low-temperature electrochemical process, offering a potential new route for aluminium recycling, energy storage and off-grid power generation. The Hayward, California-based...
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Gladstone power plant compensations hamper federal government’s coal price cap talks
The Gladstone power plant enjoying subsidies has been a recurring cause of concern for the federal government’s coal price cap compensation talks with Queensland. According to sources, the central Queensland power plant proprietors, Rio Tinto and its partners, are about to accept US$450 million to...
Rio Tinto, Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation inks agreement for an innovative and sustainable alliance
The signing of the first agreement named Kuessilueu, which means "the wind is turning" in Nelueun, by Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation and Rio Tinto marks the beginning of a new era in their relationship. From a human, cultural, and economic standpoint, this agreement lays the groundwork for both...
Australian aluminium giants back federal’s energy price cap bill to contain surging costs
Australia’s aluminium biggies reportedly support a federal plan to cap coal and gas prices to contain high energy bills, claiming energy-intensive industries are at risk until provided immediate price relief. The proposed price cap is $12 a gigajoule, which gas producers think will deter vital...
CATL and Guangdong Hoshion Aluminium ink an agreement for industrial components collaboration
The China-based company primarily engaged in the research, development, design, production and sales of industrial aluminium extrusion products, Guangdong Hoshion Aluminium, has inked a strategic agreement with Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) to conduct extensive cooperation in the field of...
Tiwai Aluminium Smelter CEO Chris Blenkiron hopeful of continuing operations beyond 2024
Chris Blenkiron, the chief executive of New Zealand Aluminium Smelters Limited (NZAS), stated that smelting is better for the environment than a "green hydrogen" plant since it employs more people and generates more income per unit of electricity used. However, if a new power supply agreement with...
Mechatherm International and Aston University sign a Knowledge Transfer deal to improve aluminium recycling methods
Birmingham’s Aston University has collaborated with Midland-headquartered cast house technology experts via a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to plan new energy-saving ways of recycling aluminium, which might save almost 50 per cent of the total consumption demanded by the process. This latest...
Our commitment to a more sustainable future
Since its establishment in 1994, Presezzi Extrusion Group has developed a reputation for producing and commissioning extrusion lines for non-ferrous metals, particularly aluminium. With over three decades in operation, today, it is one of the world's leading manufacturers of extrusion presses. Its...
Sohar International Bank takes part in the official opening ceremony of Sanvira Carbon FZC LLC
Sohar International Bank is committed to driving sustainable growth and supports key national projects that add value to the Sultanate of Oman's economy. Thus, the bank participated in the opening ceremony of Sanvira Carbon FZC LLC (SCL), a large-scale manufacturing project financed by Sohar...
Scotland Govt. accounts reveal distressing losses of £350 million from failed ventures; Sanjeev Gupta's Lochaber deal remains a focus
According to the government's official accounts, the Scottish Government spent £350 million on unsuccessful deals and endeavours during the most recent fiscal year. Recent Scottish Government Consolidated Accounts reveal that a significant amount of money was squandered on failed projects despite...
End-user weekly recap: Ball Corp. and O’cean partnership to produce energy drinks in recyclable aluminium cans, Cellnex tests the capacity of Phinergy batteries passing it for use in its Spanish unit
The end-user sector has been bustling with activities this week, with Ball Corporation announcing a partnership with O’cean, wherein the former would provide the beverage company with aluminium cans to pack their flagship energy drink. This was made clear by a social media post by Virat Kohli, and...
“Our equipment has state-of-the-art technology, from high-efficiency melting systems to energy recuperators that we sometimes use to heat and clean scrap.” Julio Quintero, Business Development Manager at HORMESA, Hornos y Metales S.A.
AlCircle: Please share your innovations and trendsetting case studies on nonferrous foundry equipment, especially aluminium. Julio Quintero : Our studies on the current economy and trends in the aluminium industry are directly focused on three aspects. Increased aluminium recovery efficiencies...
Rio Tinto commissions a second tunnel supplying water to its Kemano power station
Rio Tinto has sanctioned laying a second tunnel providing water to its hydroelectric generating station at Kemano, almost 75 kilometres southeast of Kitimat. This new 16km-long tunnel aligned via Mt. Dubose will open a second source of water for Rio Tinto's B.C. Works aluminium smelter in Kitimat....
“Industries like alumina are challenging to decarbonize because alumina refineries require huge quantities of heat 24/7, often at high temperatures.” Jeremy Keller, SVP of Business Development at Rondo Energy
Jeremy brings to Rondo Energy a high level of expertise in taking energy projects from ideation through deployment, including evaluation of facility energy data, financial modelling and technical scope development. Before joining Rondo, Jeremy spent ten years with the leading renewable energy and...
Virat Kohli lauds Ball and O’cean alliance promoting energy drinks in sustainable aluminium cans
Ball Corporation has announced a valuable collaboration with O'cean Energy Drink allocating the face of the Indian cricket team, Virat Kohli as the ambassador. The alliance has successfully launched O'cean beverages in sustainable aluminium cans. It was declared via one of the social media...
Swedish molten aluminium storage firm signs a conditional order with MPG Built
Azelio, a Swedish molten aluminium storage firm specialising in thermal energy storage with dispatchable power, signed a conditional order with the Australia-based real estate developer Molnar Property Group (MPG Built Pty Ltd or MPG Built). The contract calls for the company to deliver an...
“We are defining the industry’s service standard for the monitoring & analytics of all types of industrial machines through our leading energy efficiency & health analytics platform for industrial assets.” - Nanoprecise
Nanoprecise solutions strive to create 360-degree integrated systems that can predict the remaining useful life of any asset and empower users with the right data across several industries. We implement cutting-edge technology to bring to our clients accurate prognostic and diagnostic solutions...
China: Guangxi offers subsidies to local aluminium smelters in a bid to encourage production acceleration
According to the Shanghai Metals Market report, Guangxi province encourages aluminium smelters to resume potlines at the earliest and boost capacity utilization rates by offering subsidies and alluring incentive plans. The province will provide subsidies to the smelters whose potlines were shut...
Canpack S.A. joins hands with Hacker producing energy drinks in printed black aluminium cans
Canpack has recently signed an agreement with Czech energy drinks maker Hacker. Canpack S.A. was first founded in Krakow with the intention of producing aluminium cans and now has expanded its territory, where it innovates and creates sustainable packaging solutions for the whole world. A Hacker...
